Testing and Evaluation Psychiatrists in Memphis, TN
ADHD All Meds -Stimulants/Non Stimulants, ADHD Testing (All Ages) Panic Attacks Anxiety Disorder Meds, Insomnia Sleep Disorders Prescriptions, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Erectile Dysfunction Autism Testing (Child Adolescent), ADHD Extended Time Help (School/College) Emotional Support Animal Assist FMLA & Disability Paperwork Help, Sick Slip Doctor Note
Now Accepting New Patients in Tennessee – Virtual Appointments Available!
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling to stay focused, or navigating unpredictable mood changes? You're not alone — and you don't have to face it alone. I specialize in helping busy students, parents, and working professionals find clarity, relief, and balance through personalized, attentive, expert care.
Your time is valuable. book same-week video appointments to fit your schedule and help you start feeling better — faster. Txt 469-770-7750.
ADHD All Meds -Stimulants/Non Stimulants, ADHD Testing (All Ages) Panic Attacks Anxiety Disorder Meds, Insomnia Sleep Disorders Prescriptions, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Erectile Dysfunction Autism Testing (Child Adolescent), ADHD Extended Time Help (School/College) Emotional Support Animal Assist FMLA & Disability Paperwork Help, Sick Slip Doctor Note
Now Accepting New Patients in Tennessee – Virtual Appointments Available!
Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, struggling to stay focused, or navigating unpredictable mood changes? You're not alone — and you don't have to face it alone. I specialize in helping busy students, parents, and working professionals find clarity, relief, and balance through personalized, attentive, expert care.
Your time is valuable. book same-week video appointments to fit your schedule and help you start feeling better — faster. Txt 469-770-7750.
Hi, I'm Kori Swearengen, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am an experienced in emergency, acute psychiatric, and clinical psychiatric settings. I support individuals in navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, etc. I provide a safe, patient centered, non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard, respected, and supported during their healing journey. I practice evidence based mental health care that supports the well-being and dignity of every patient.
Hi, I'm Kori Swearengen, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, a board-certified
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am an experienced in emergency, acute psychiatric, and clinical psychiatric settings. I support individuals in navigating anxiety, stress, trauma, life transitions, etc. I provide a safe, patient centered, non-judgmental space where individuals feel heard, respected, and supported during their healing journey. I practice evidence based mental health care that supports the well-being and dignity of every patient.
My approach combines comprehensive evaluation, strategic medication management when appropriate, and practical tools to restore focus, energy, and emotional stability.
Treatment is collaborative, confidential, and designed to fit demanding schedules. Whether you're an executive, healthcare provider, entrepreneur, or high-achiever feeling stretched thin, we focus on sustainable performance — not just symptom control.
My approach combines comprehensive evaluation, strategic medication management when appropriate, and practical tools to restore focus, energy, and emotional stability.
Treatment is collaborative, confidential, and designed to fit demanding schedules. Whether you're an executive, healthcare provider, entrepreneur, or high-achiever feeling stretched thin, we focus on sustainable performance — not just symptom control.
Dr. Ammie Patrice Patterson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, FNP-C, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions through a patient-centered and collaborative approach.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, and mood disorders. Many feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or are struggling to manage daily life. My practice provides a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and valued. Through personalized psychiatric evaluations, medication management, education, and ongoing support, I help clients gain emotional balance, improve daily functioning, and build long-term wellness and confidence.
I specialize in the evaluation and treatment of ADHD, anxiety, depression, PTSD, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions through a patient-centered and collaborative approach.
My ideal clients are adolescents and adults seeking compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, stress, and mood disorders. Many feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or are struggling to manage daily life. My practice provides a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard and valued. Through personalized psychiatric evaluations, medication management, education, and ongoing support, I help clients gain emotional balance, improve daily functioning, and build long-term wellness and confidence.
Treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication, lifestyle and supplement support.
You’re not broken. You’re overwhelmed—and for good reason. My ideal client is someone who’s been carrying too much for too long. They may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, hormonal shifts, or burnout from caregiving, parenting, or high-pressure work. They’re insightful, resilient, and often the “strong one” in their circle—but lately, that strength feels stretched thin.
They’re seeking more than a prescription. They want clarity, validation, and a plan that honors their whole self—mind, body, and spirit. They’re curious about how nutrition, hormones, sleep, and stress interact with their mental health. They’re ready
Treatment may include psychiatric evaluation, medication, lifestyle and supplement support.
You’re not broken. You’re overwhelmed—and for good reason. My ideal client is someone who’s been carrying too much for too long. They may be navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, hormonal shifts, or burnout from caregiving, parenting, or high-pressure work. They’re insightful, resilient, and often the “strong one” in their circle—but lately, that strength feels stretched thin.
They’re seeking more than a prescription. They want clarity, validation, and a plan that honors their whole self—mind, body, and spirit. They’re curious about how nutrition, hormones, sleep, and stress interact with their mental health. They’re ready
Shandra is dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care to each individual throughout their healing journey. She treats complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Women’s Health, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Insomnia, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder LGBTQ+ issues, panic disorder and more.
Shandra is dedicated to providing warm, compassionate care to each individual throughout their healing journey. She treats complex mood and anxiety disorders, panic disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Women’s Health, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Insomnia, Grief and Loss, Life transitions, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder LGBTQ+ issues, panic disorder and more.
I treat adult patients who are seeking psychiatric medication management to help with mood and other psychiatric disorders. I assist patients by conducting a thorough assessment of the factors that are negatively affecting their lives. After the assessment, we implement treatment and evaluate the goals that have been set.
I treat adult patients who are seeking psychiatric medication management to help with mood and other psychiatric disorders. I assist patients by conducting a thorough assessment of the factors that are negatively affecting their lives. After the assessment, we implement treatment and evaluate the goals that have been set.
Other ancillary services include ADHD testing, dementia evaluations, legal/business consultations, NP/PA mentoring, genetic testing, expert opinions, and filling out legal documentations.
I provide psychiatric-mental health services to LTC facilities, hospitals, and acute psychiatric units. I offer outpatient and telehealth appointments for psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
Other ancillary services include ADHD testing, dementia evaluations, legal/business consultations, NP/PA mentoring, genetic testing, expert opinions, and filling out legal documentations.
I provide psychiatric-mental health services to LTC facilities, hospitals, and acute psychiatric units. I offer outpatient and telehealth appointments for psychiatric evaluations and medication management.
I am currently accepting new patients at this time. My approach is collaborative and non-directive, and I act as someone who can help identify possible routes through the challenges of your life but will not insist that you must choose a particular path. I am a consultant for you and what troubles you, and together we can identify what it is you care about in life and makes it worth living, what is standing in the way, and how medications and psychotherapy might be able to help you pursue the former and overcome the later.
I am currently accepting new patients at this time. My approach is collaborative and non-directive, and I act as someone who can help identify possible routes through the challenges of your life but will not insist that you must choose a particular path. I am a consultant for you and what troubles you, and together we can identify what it is you care about in life and makes it worth living, what is standing in the way, and how medications and psychotherapy might be able to help you pursue the former and overcome the later.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist Tennessee. I have trained in Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family and Marital therapy, as well as Psychiatric Medication Management. I have always believed that brain health is the key to every form of well being and every individual regardless of their diagnosis or symptoms has the potential to be healthier. Whether your reasons for seeking treatment include treatment-resistant hallucinations, persistent irritability, dysphoria, insomnia, wanting to perform better at work- the core principles of treatment are often similar.
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist Tennessee. I have trained in Psychodynamic psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family and Marital therapy, as well as Psychiatric Medication Management. I have always believed that brain health is the key to every form of well being and every individual regardless of their diagnosis or symptoms has the potential to be healthier. Whether your reasons for seeking treatment include treatment-resistant hallucinations, persistent irritability, dysphoria, insomnia, wanting to perform better at work- the core principles of treatment are often similar.
I am an ANCC Board-Certified PMHNP and a 2017 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. With a clinical background in community mental health, substance abuse, and outpatient care, I provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of disorders, but I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and ADHD. As an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), I offer specialized ADHD evaluations and evidence-based treatment plans.
I am an ANCC Board-Certified PMHNP and a 2017 graduate of the University of Mississippi Medical Center. With a clinical background in community mental health, substance abuse, and outpatient care, I provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and medication management for adolescents and adults. I treat a variety of disorders, but I specialize in the treatment of depression, anxiety, and ADHD. As an ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), I offer specialized ADHD evaluations and evidence-based treatment plans.
As a provider who is Black, queer, and neurodivergent, I offer a unique perspective when it comes to mental health and well-being. I understand that your challenges don’t define you, but they’re just part of your story, not the whole of who you are. I am open, ready to listen, and want to normalize and support your experiences and feelings. I mainly work with professionals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, stress, racial identity issues, transgender/queer challenges and burnout. We will yap about hobbies and special interests while working together to develop a personalized treatment plan to empower your journey to sustainable wellness.
As a provider who is Black, queer, and neurodivergent, I offer a unique perspective when it comes to mental health and well-being. I understand that your challenges don’t define you, but they’re just part of your story, not the whole of who you are. I am open, ready to listen, and want to normalize and support your experiences and feelings. I mainly work with professionals with ADHD, autism, anxiety, stress, racial identity issues, transgender/queer challenges and burnout. We will yap about hobbies and special interests while working together to develop a personalized treatment plan to empower your journey to sustainable wellness.
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Hello! I'm a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in Tennessee. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. I completed a 1 year residency at the Memphis VA Medical Center and have been practicing via telehealth for the past 3 years. When not in clinic, I also work as a professor in a DNP: Mental Health program. In practice, I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, with a focus on promoting holistic wellness and empowering individuals to achieve their mental health goals.
Hello! I'm a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) based in Tennessee. I received my Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center. I completed a 1 year residency at the Memphis VA Medical Center and have been practicing via telehealth for the past 3 years. When not in clinic, I also work as a professor in a DNP: Mental Health program. In practice, I collaborate closely with clients to develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs, with a focus on promoting holistic wellness and empowering individuals to achieve their mental health goals.
Through comprehensive evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy, my team and I provide personalized care to help you regain balance, build coping skills, and move forward with confidence.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress. I offer evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy, working with you to create a personalized plan that promotes stability, resilience, and overall well-being.
Through comprehensive evaluation, medication management, and supportive therapy, my team and I provide personalized care to help you regain balance, build coping skills, and move forward with confidence.
As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress. I offer evaluations, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy, working with you to create a personalized plan that promotes stability, resilience, and overall well-being.
Brigitte is an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has graciously served the community since 2013 as a registered nurse, graduating with her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. Her passion has always been mental health. She believes that if your mind is healthy, you can be your best self, live a happy, fulfilling life, and have the resiliency to meet life’s challenges. She is committed to developing solid relationships, supporting others through their journey, and helping them live their best lives. She specializes in treatment for patients throughout their lifespans.
Brigitte is an ANCC board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. She has graciously served the community since 2013 as a registered nurse, graduating with her Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. Her passion has always been mental health. She believes that if your mind is healthy, you can be your best self, live a happy, fulfilling life, and have the resiliency to meet life’s challenges. She is committed to developing solid relationships, supporting others through their journey, and helping them live their best lives. She specializes in treatment for patients throughout their lifespans.
Hi, my name is Margaret Mary Bryant, but you can call me Peggy! Imagine yourself at your best; feeling confident, relaxed, and able to cope with your daily routine and those things not so routine. Together, we identify the areas you would like to work on and form goals and a treatment plan to reach these goals. I have worked in mental health for forty-five years, mostly as a registered nurse. During this time I have facilitated individual, group, and family therapy.
Hi, my name is Margaret Mary Bryant, but you can call me Peggy! Imagine yourself at your best; feeling confident, relaxed, and able to cope with your daily routine and those things not so routine. Together, we identify the areas you would like to work on and form goals and a treatment plan to reach these goals. I have worked in mental health for forty-five years, mostly as a registered nurse. During this time I have facilitated individual, group, and family therapy.
I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with an aim to provide client-centered, expert mental health services such as psychiatric evaluations and medication management to all communities with an intent to treat conditions in 5 year olds and up. I provide flexible & affordable telehealth, mobile, & in person appointments w/ some evenings & weekends. BBHS also offers primary care services, MS Medical Cannabis certification, weight loss, Suboxone clinic, & DUI School. We accept most insurance plans, CareCredit, and ScratchPay. We also provide personalized payment plans to meet your needs.
I am a board certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with an aim to provide client-centered, expert mental health services such as psychiatric evaluations and medication management to all communities with an intent to treat conditions in 5 year olds and up. I provide flexible & affordable telehealth, mobile, & in person appointments w/ some evenings & weekends. BBHS also offers primary care services, MS Medical Cannabis certification, weight loss, Suboxone clinic, & DUI School. We accept most insurance plans, CareCredit, and ScratchPay. We also provide personalized payment plans to meet your needs.
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TREATMENT VIA TELEHEALTH ONLY. In my over 20 years experience I have worked with patients of all ages, ethnicities, and gender/ sexual orientations. After a wholistic assessment identifying which symptoms are causing greatest distress a treatment plan to target those symptoms will be developed. Your input is vital in development and choosing an effective treatment plan that will work best for you. With proper medication and therapy the most troubling times will be more manageable. You may send a message from here or access MindandBodyHealthcare.com website with the button on the left to make an online appointment request.
TREATMENT VIA TELEHEALTH ONLY. In my over 20 years experience I have worked with patients of all ages, ethnicities, and gender/ sexual orientations. After a wholistic assessment identifying which symptoms are causing greatest distress a treatment plan to target those symptoms will be developed. Your input is vital in development and choosing an effective treatment plan that will work best for you. With proper medication and therapy the most troubling times will be more manageable. You may send a message from here or access MindandBodyHealthcare.com website with the button on the left to make an online appointment request.
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How can psychiatrists help with diagnostic testing and evaluation?
What distinguishes psychiatrists from many other mental health professionals is their training and expertise in conducting comprehensive psychiatric testing and evaluations. These evaluations are essential for accurately diagnosis and treatment of mental health conditions. A psychiatric evaluation typically includes an assessment of a client's current symptoms, mental health history, medical background, family history, and psychosocial factors. Psychiatric testing and evaluation can help clarify diagnoses (e.g., by helping distinguish symptoms of conditions that may appear similarly, such as ADHD and anxiety), guide decisions about appropriate levels of care, and inform medication or therapy interventions. As part of the evaluation process, psychiatrists will often also explore how lifestyle factors like stress, sleep, relationships, and daily routines affect a client's emotional well-being.
How do psychiatrists use evaluation results to guide treatment planning?
Based on the results of their evaluation, psychiatrists work with clients to develop a treatment plan, which may include therapy, lifestyle changes, and psychiatric medication. For younger clients, such as children undergoing testing for learning disabilities, the results may help inform school-based interventions. In other cases, evaluations can help ensure that the psychiatrist prescribes a correct medication based on a clients's symptoms. Testing and evaluation may also help inform what psychotherapy treatment interventions may be most useful, such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) if a patient is evaluated and diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a client is diagnosed with depression.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in diagnostic testing and evaluation?
The Psychology Today directory is a helpful resource for finding psychiatrists who specialize in diagnostic testing and evaluations. Using the platform's filters, clients can search for professionals with experience in specific conditions such as mood disorders, trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, cognitive decline, and other conditions. Clients may also filter by factors such as provider identity, insurance accepted, or availability for telehealth. When reaching out to a psychiatrist, it can be helpful to ask about their experience with evaluation and diagnosis for your concerns, the types of assessments they offer, and how they typically structure treatment planning based on their findings.